Synopsis
Retired Cold Case Investigator Paul Holes and Investigative Journalist Billy Jensen dig deep into unsolved murders, unidentified remains and missing persons cases. Each week listeners ride shotgun as Holes and Jensen attempt to solve the crime using a variety of methods, from old-fashioned detective work to advanced technologies including familial DNA searches, social media geotargeting, and maybe most importantthe skills of their listeners who send in tips and theories, becoming active members of The Murder Squad.
Episodes
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Cutthroat
09/04/2025 Duration: 01h02minOn today’s episode, Paul and Kate head to late 1892 Delaware to a scene of a 17-year-old woman who was discovered almost completely decapitated. An investigation into the circumstances right before she went missing introduce a whole cast of characters to police. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Wolf Family Murder PT 2
02/04/2025 Duration: 50minIn this week's episode, the conclusion of a two-parter, Kate and Paul head back to 1920 North Dakota where 8 family members are found dead in a farmhouse with no immediate suspect. Luckily, a clever investigator sniffs out a lead. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Wolf Family Murder PT 1
26/03/2025 Duration: 45minIn this first of a two-part episode, Paul and Kate travel to 1920 North Dakota where an observant neighbor notices something off with a nearby farmhouse. Upon closer inspection he finds a horrific crime scene that spans the entire property. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Missing Pieces PT 2
19/03/2025 Duration: 50minIn this week's episode, the conclusion of a two-parter, Kate and Paul return to the 1945 Canadian investigation of a family that our victim had married into. With some late-in-the-game uncovered evidence, the trial becomes national news. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Missing Pieces PT 1
12/03/2025 Duration: 50minOn today’s episode, the first part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate head to 1945 Hamilton, Ontario where a limbless and headless torso is found on the side of the road. After matching it with a missing persons report, a series of alarming discoveries are made. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Cut Down
05/03/2025 Duration: 57minIn this week’s episode, Kate and Paul head across the pond to 1922 London, England where a married couple leaves the theatre and one of them doesn't make it home alive. After an investigation into the crime scene and their personal lives, some aspects become hard to overlook. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Beast of Burden
26/02/2025 Duration: 57minOn today’s episode, Paul and Kate travel to 1889 Iowa where a young boy covered in blood is seen by a neighbor. After discovering where the boy had come from, an investigation uncovers some grisly details that lead to an unexpected suspect. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Hot Seat
12/02/2025 Duration: 01h18sIn this week's episode, Kate and Paul go to 1976 Phoenix, AZ where an investigative reporter is targeted while at a hotel. After the attack, what ensues could only be described as truly "far reaching.” Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Passing Notes PT 2
05/02/2025 Duration: 51minIn this second part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate pick back up in 1975 England where a kidnapping case lead authorities to a single location. Hoping the victim is still alive, a massive investigation picks up steam. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Passing Notes PT 1
29/01/2025 Duration: 51minOn today’s episode, the first part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate travel to 1975 England where a young heiress is kidnapped. When the ransom instructions prove increasingly difficult, the case takes a drastic turn. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Razor’s Edge
22/01/2025 Duration: 01h10minIn this week's episode, Kate and Paul head to 1921 Portland, Oregon where a father is murdered and witness statements paint a confusing picture. With all the evidence collected and the police-work of the era, will there be enough to convict the suspect of the crime? Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Nun’s Skeleton PT 2
15/01/2025 Duration: 50minOn today’s episode, the second half of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to 1970 Baltimore to discuss the case of a murdered nun and the various suspects. The testimony of a local student brings into question the controversial use of recovered memories. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Nun’s Skeleton PT 1
08/01/2025 Duration: 01h02minIn this week's first part of a two-part episode, Kate and Paul head to 1970 Baltimore where a teacher at an all-girl’s Catholic high school goes missing. After some suspicious accounts by the reporting members of the same church, the scope of the case increases. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Christmas Mystery
18/12/2024 Duration: 01h02minOn today’s episode, Paul and Kate take us to 1945 West Virginia where a family of 12 is awoken on Christmas Eve by a fire in their home. An investigation of the scene reveals much more than simply what could have started the blaze. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Out of Focus PT 2
11/12/2024 Duration: 54minIn this second part of a two-parter, Kate and Paul return to 1958 Los Angeles where a serial killer is terrorizing local women. After the suspect encounters a truly heroic individual, the tide turns in the investigation. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Out of Focus PT 1
04/12/2024 Duration: 55minIn this week’s episode, the first part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate take us to late 1950s Los Angeles where a young model goes to a photo shoot and doesn't return. When a body is discovered, a manhunt for a possible serial killer begins. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Last Supper
20/11/2024 Duration: 57minOn today’s episode, Kate and Paul head to 1871 Richland Center, Wisconsin where a dinner party held at a doctor’s home sees some of its guests leave in great distress. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Three Emmas
13/11/2024 Duration: 51minIn this week's episode, Paul and Kate head to 1914 San Antonio, Texas where a wealthy man's wife has an accident and becomes bedridden. After hiring nurses and caregivers, a murder takes place that has multiple suspects pointing fingers. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Vanished PT 2
30/10/2024 Duration: 48minOn today’s episode, a concluding part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate return to 1961 Lincoln, Massachusetts where a stay-at-home mother has disappeared. Digging into the investigation and the blood evidence from the crime scene, our hosts try to piece together what really occurred. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Vanished PT 1
23/10/2024 Duration: 50minIn this week’s episode, the first part of a two-parter, Paul and Kate take us to 1961 Lincoln, Massachusetts where an incident in the middle-of-the-day leaves a kitchen covered in blood and a stay-at-home mother missing. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4buCoMc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.